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Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
Plan Your Winter Visit
 
Trees in the mid-level conifer belt are superbly adapted to living with snow and ice.
In winter conditions can change suddenly - call ahead for latest information.
Winter here generally lasts from November until mid-April. This is a great time to explore lower elevations in the parks and the sequoia groves are covered in snow. A few campgrounds are open. The roads to Cedar Grove and Mineral King are closed. The General's Highway is open but subject to brief closures after winter storms for plowing. For information call 1-559-565-3341. Keep tire chains, a sleeping bag, water and emergency food with you in your car.
 

Plan Your Winter Visit — Links include:

Current Advisories Lodging
Before You Arrive... Campgrounds
Activities Bears and Food Storage
Current Park Newspaper Where to Eat & Get Groceries
Sequoia Field Institute In an Emergency
Your Safety What's In Each Area



 Road construction sign
Current Advisories
Details on roadwork, delays, and closures.
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Pear Lake Ski Hut covered in snow.
Pear Lake Ski Hut
Strap on your skis or snowshoes for great adventure.
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Giant Forest Museum.
Visitor Centers
Fun exhibits, books, maps, and information on activities.
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Woodcuts from park newspaper symbolizing three special areas in the parks.  

Did You Know?
The park newspaper (The Guide) comes out five times a year. It covers Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, and the Hume Lake area of Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument. Planning a trip? See the most recent issue for the season you expect to be here and see what to expect.
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Last Updated: December 14, 2006 at 13:41 EST